take cover

Examples (10)

• When the storm broke, we had to take cover under a large tree.
• The soldiers were ordered to take cover as soon as they heard gunfire.
• Everyone took cover when the building's alarm went off.
• If you hear the sirens, take cover immediately in the nearest basement.
• The small animals took cover in their burrows during the hailstorm.
• When the boss started yelling, his employees quickly took cover in their cubicles.
• The hikers have taken cover from the sudden downpour and are waiting for it to pass.
• Civilians frantically took cover from the falling debris.
• Taking cover behind the wall saved his life during the shootout.
• As the air raid began, people rushed to take cover in the subway station.